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'Wagh nakh' used by Shivaji to kill Afzal Khan to be brought back from UK

'Wagh nakh' used by Shivaji to kill Afzal Khan to be brought back from UK

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The wagh nakh is likely to be housed in the Chhatrapati Shivaji Sanghralaya (museum) in south Mumbai.

Assange's extradition case goes before UK minister Priti Patel for decision

Assange's extradition case goes before UK minister Priti Patel for decision

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

The extradition case of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, wanted in the US over the alleged leak of classified documents related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, was sent to UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on Wednesday.

'Shehzada wants to become nawab': BJP dubs Rahul as Mir Jafar

'Shehzada wants to become nawab': BJP dubs Rahul as Mir Jafar

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

The BJP spokesperson also alleged that it was not the first time that Gandhi has "spoken against India" overseas.

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

Beautiful Ganpatis from London to Pune

Beautiful Ganpatis from London to Pune

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

We had asked our readers to mail us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

South Africa claim series over Windies with big win

South Africa claim series over Windies with big win

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

South Africa had set the tourists an improbable 391 for victory on day four but skittled them out for 106 in 35.1 overs

Saina Nehwal's unstoppable journey to Asian Games Athletes' Committee

Saina Nehwal's unstoppable journey to Asian Games Athletes' Committee

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Asian Games Athletes' Committee poll: Saina set to win uncontested

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

Prince Victor Albert Jay Duleep Singh's mansion is located in one of south-west Kensington's most sought after residential addresses.

Record numbers rush for jabs as UK opens COVID vaccines to all adults

Record numbers rush for jabs as UK opens COVID vaccines to all adults

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

As many as 721,469 appointments were made through the national booking service on Friday -- the day of the announcement -- at an average of more than eight every second. To cope with demand, the NHS said it is using stadiums and football grounds as giant vaccination centres.

24 HOURS: Chidambaram's new avatar and MORE

24 HOURS: Chidambaram's new avatar and MORE

Rediff.com17 May 2013

We present some of the most dramatic photographs clicked across the globe in the last 24 hours.

UK teen gets 22-year jail term for plotting to behead soldier

UK teen gets 22-year jail term for plotting to behead soldier

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

A 19-year-old London-based Muslim convert who planned to behead a British soldier has been ailed for 22 years by a UK judge.

Football: East Bengal to file complaint against referee

Football: East Bengal to file complaint against referee

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Benzema to stand trial in sex tape case, says lawyer.

Iran plotted Oct 7 Hamas attacks because ...: Isaraeli Prez Herzog

Iran plotted Oct 7 Hamas attacks because ...: Isaraeli Prez Herzog

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Herzog further claimed that Iran is supporting the "terror machine" by providing billions of dollars aiming to undermine the regional situation.

Centre in a huddle to understand impact of the Iran-Israel tensions

Centre in a huddle to understand impact of the Iran-Israel tensions

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Top government officials in New Delhi have started discussions with stakeholders ranging from shipping and container companies to export promotion councils to understand the impact of the Iran-Israel tensions and plan ahead. Inter-ministerial talks are also being lined up amid the crisis situation in West Asia, sources confirmed. While the crude flows are not directly under any threat, elevated oil prices remain a concern, according to officials.

Scotland Yard foils Islamist terror plot with 4 arrests

Scotland Yard foils Islamist terror plot with 4 arrests

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

Scotland Yard have arrested four suspected Islamist terrorists in London on suspicion of plotting a "potentially very serious" terror attack.

Tribal Indian designs to feature at London Fashion Week

Tribal Indian designs to feature at London Fashion Week

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Designer Yana Ngoba has teamed up with fabric designer Nabam Aka to bring to life the loin loom at the upcoming London Fashion Week.

Looking East, pragmatically

Looking East, pragmatically

Rediff.com7 Jun 2013

India's commitment to an open and plural security architecture attests to the fact that Asia's transition is a dynamic of both power & identity, says Zorawar Daulet Singh

20,000 km, 70 days: All aboard the Delhi to London bus

20,000 km, 70 days: All aboard the Delhi to London bus

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

The new service will travel through 18 countries and each bus will accommodate 20 passengers.

For first time Christians account for less than half of England's population

For first time Christians account for less than half of England's population

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The number of people living in England and Wales identifying as Christian has fallen below half the population for the first time, while those identifying as Muslim or Hindu have registered a small rise, according to the latest census figures released on Tuesday.

Who Will Take Over The Godrej Empires?

Who Will Take Over The Godrej Empires?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Pirojsha Godrej, 43, patriarch Adi Godrej's son, is set to take over as chairman of the Godrej Industries Group from 2026 whol Nyrika Holkar, Smita Godrej Crishna's 42-year-old daughter, has emerged as the face of the Godrej Enterprises Group.

Olympic stadium formally opened, bring on the Games

Olympic stadium formally opened, bring on the Games

Rediff.com6 May 2012

The Olympic stadium, the beating heart of the Games when the world's greatest athletes come to London in 82 days' time, was formally opened on Saturday by a nine-year-old girl who lives down the road.

Tryon smashes Indian bowlers as SA women clinch series

Tryon smashes Indian bowlers as SA women clinch series

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

A poor batting performance cost Indian team dear as it suffered defeat in yet another summit clash

West Ham United in Olympic stadium scam

West Ham United in Olympic stadium scam

Rediff.com4 Jul 2011

The 500 million pounds 2012 London Olympic stadium is reportedly at the centre of a corruption scandal.

Woolwich terror suspect discharged from hospital

Woolwich terror suspect discharged from hospital

Rediff.com29 May 2013

One of the two men being held by police over the murder of soldier Drummer Lee Rigby has been discharged from hospital and moved into custody in a south London police station, the Scotland Yard said.

Three more arrested over killing of UK soldier

Three more arrested over killing of UK soldier

Rediff.com26 May 2013

British police have arrested three more persons in connection with the murder of a soldier who was butchered and beheaded on a busy London street this week by two suspected Islamist extremists.

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While main events throughout the country were organised on Sunday by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, several community members gathered at the iconic Times Square in New York to celebrate the historic event.

UK coronavirus death toll crosses grim 20,000 milestone

UK coronavirus death toll crosses grim 20,000 milestone

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

The UK's death toll now makes it just one of a number of countries to have crossed the 20,000 fatalities mark, after France, Spain, Italy and the United States.

UK stabbing case: 3 Indians to appear in court on March 2

UK stabbing case: 3 Indians to appear in court on March 2

Rediff.com14 Feb 2012

Praveen was critically stabbed on February 10 in east London's Kent Street, Plaistow, according to the Metropolitan Police.

All eyes on London and spectacular Games opening

All eyes on London and spectacular Games opening

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

All eyes turn to London on Friday for the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympics, an exuberant journey from Britain's idyllic pastures through the grime of the Industrial Revolution and ending in a contemporary world dominated by popular culture.

When London's mayor was caught in mid-air drama

When London's mayor was caught in mid-air drama

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

The mayor of London, Boris Johnson, was caught in a dramatic air-rage incident - trying to calm down an abusive and violent passenger who was 'off his head' on an international flight from Kuala Lumpur to London.

Pix: Pak beating celebrated from Brighton to Bhilwara!

Pix: Pak beating celebrated from Brighton to Bhilwara!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

Fans from all over the world celebrated India's memorable World Cup semi-final victory over Pakistan on Wednesday.

Namaste London: Run of the mill

Namaste London: Run of the mill

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

Himesh Reshammiya's new scoree is no fun.

PHOTOS: Colourful party brings curtain down on Games

PHOTOS: Colourful party brings curtain down on Games

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

London said farewell to the Olympic Games on Sunday with a high-octane romp through British pop music, bringing the curtain down on more than two weeks of action at the end of which the United States topped the sporting world with 46 gold medals.

Trump arrives in London on maiden visit to UK

Trump arrives in London on maiden visit to UK

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

The US president's four-day tour will feature talks with British PM Theresa May, tea with the Queen, and mass protests including a giant Trump baby blimp being flown over Westminster.

Royal family very much not racist, says UK's Prince William

Royal family very much not racist, says UK's Prince William

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

William, the Duke of Cambridge, also revealed that he had not spoken to his younger brother Harry since the interview was first broadcast over the weekend but plans to do so.

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top; Ings stars in Hammers' win

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top; Ings stars in Hammers' win

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Deepika Padukone, Scarlett Johansson on Vogue cover

Deepika Padukone, Scarlett Johansson on Vogue cover

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

The two actors graced Vogue's April issue that celebrates female talent around the world.

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Sukanya Verma gives you options from all the action promised on OTT this week.

UK ex-teacher who paid for abuse of children in India gets 12-year jail

UK ex-teacher who paid for abuse of children in India gets 12-year jail

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

A former deputy head teacher at a London primary school who had pleaded guilty to paying and instructing teenagers in India to abuse younger children was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Wednesday.

Assange may turn to Priti Patel after UK top court turs down plea

Assange may turn to Priti Patel after UK top court turs down plea

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

The 50-year-old's lawyers had argued that he should not be taken to the US because of a real and 'oppressive' risk of suicide and won the right to appeal in Britain's highest court.